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| Rachel Stokes |
We are thrilled to be the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship organization for the focused research of award winner, Rachel Stokes, for this year. Rachel is a Samford University 2014 graduate, with a degree in Environmental Science and a minor in Sociology. After graduation, she served a yearlong term as an AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer in Birmingham. As a current UAB graduate student, Rachel is studying Public Health with a concentration in Environmental Health and Toxicology. The Albert Schweitzer Fellowship provides an opportunity for graduate students to develop leadership skills and serve others through community-oriented service projects.
Rachel feels strongly that Christian Service Mission’s comprehensive approach to community development aligns with her career plans to work in rural community health. We are anticipating that Rachel will elevate our healthier community goals by implementing strategic testing and educational components to our various garden initiatives, including our new aquaponics and hydroponics systems. She says that she is excited to be able learn from and work alongside everyone at Christian Service Mission this year. Welcome to CSM, Rachel!
